Hirundo rustica
Swallow
Hirundo rustica, Swallow. Migratory birds that are present here in summer, feeding on insects and nesting. Often seen around farm buildings. Long forked tail and red throat distinguish them from the similar Swifts and Martins.
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Swallow on fence
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Swallow on wire
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Swallow on wire
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Swallow on wire
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Swallow on barn
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Flight
Photograph detail
Slide 1: Hirundo rustica, Swallow, on fence. Wood End, Redmire. May.
Slide 2: Hirundo rustica, Swallow, on wire. Garden in village, Redmire. May.
Slide 3: Hirundo rustica, Swallow, on wire. Garden in village, Redmire. June.
Slide 4: Hirundo rustica, Swallow, on wire. Garden in village, Redmire. June.
Slide 5: Hirundo rustica, Swallow, on farm building. Redmire. May.
Slide 6: Hirundo rustica, Swallow in flight. Redmire. May.